Publishing Ethics Analyst

Overview

We are seeking a Publishing Ethics Analyst to strengthen our team, a collaborative and analytical colleague who is meticulous in their fact-checking, has a strong sense of natural justice, and has excellent communication skills. Applicants will ideally have a qualification in an STM discipline and at least two years of relevant experience, either in publishing or related organizations, or research integrity within academic institutes. You will report to the Publishing Ethics Lead and provide support and advice to Acquisitions Editors and Publishers in their handling of publishing ethical allegations, following Elsevier and the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) best practices and policies.

Responsibilities

• Take lead on, or offer advice and support to colleagues in the review and resolution of ethics and integrity issues
• Preliminary analysis of concerns flagged by internal colleagues, external complainants
• Work with E&I Lead to assess issues and evaluate which require escalation to Legal
• Communicating concerns, as needed, to AEs/CSs and Publishers for due consideration
• Assist in drafting language for AEs/CSs to communicate with Authors when concerns about research integrity and publishing ethics are raised
• Assist AEs/CSs in drafting language to communicate with SMEs involved in ethics cases
• Work with colleagues, close investigations with agreed outcomes, including take down of content, errata publication, and maintenance of records

Qualifications

• Ideal: a Bachelor\’s degree or higher in a relevant field, plus at least two years of experience in publishing or related organizations, or research integrity within academic institutes
• 1-2 years of scientific and medical publishing experience (preferred)
• Knowledge of peer-review and the book publishing process (preferred)
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong analytical, organizational and prioritization skills
• Ability to work methodically, solve problems, and perform fact-checking

About Elsevier and RELX

At Elsevier, we collaborate with leading academics, researchers, and practitioners to create trusted content that advances knowledge and improves outcomes. Our team focuses on identifying, commissioning, developing, and publishing high-quality content for the international Science, Technology, and Medicine (STM) market. We prioritize timely delivery, impactful content, and robust support for our authors and customers, using the latest technologies and data to innovate continuously. RELX is a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers, enabling them to make better decisions, get better results and be more productive. Our purpose is to benefit society by developing products that help researchers advance scientific knowledge; doctors and nurses improve the lives of patients; and more. We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organization with wellbeing initiatives and benefits.

Benefits

• Working flexible hours
• Health Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits
• Retirement Benefits: 401(k) with match and an Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Wellbeing: Wellness platform with incentives, Headspace app subscription, Employee Assistance and Time-off Programs
• Disability, Life and Insurance coverage
• Family benefits including bonding and family care leaves, adoption and surrogacy benefits
• Health Savings, Health Care, Dependent Care and Commuter Spending Accounts
• Volunteer time for Employee Resource Groups